Research Scientist

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Job Description Research ScientistWe are seeking a dynamic R&D professional to drive end-to-end formulation development and New Product Development (NPD) in the personal care/FMCG space. The role focuses on delivering innovative, cost-effective, and scalable formulations across multiple formats with a strong emphasis on fast-track development and First-Time-Right (FTR) commercialization. The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate consumer insights and business requirements into high-quality, market-ready products, while ensuring speed, robustness, and regulatory compliance. Independently lead end-to-end formulation development and process design for personal care products across formats (creams, lotions, gels, deodorants, body oils, cleansing) Drive fast-track NPD ensuring OTIF timelines and First-Time-Right (FTR) commercialization Translate marketing concepts and consumer insights into technically feasible, cost-effective, and scalable formulations Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment Perform technical scoping including literature review, benchmarking, ingredient selection, and formulation strategy Apply DoE and scientific approaches to optimize formulations for performance, stability, manufacturability, and cost efficiency Conduct trend mapping and competitive intelligence to drive innovation and differentiation Identify opportunities and drive innovation, cost optimization, and sustainability initiatives Execute formulation trials, stability studies, and product evaluations considering performance, cost, packaging, regulatory, and safety requirements Lead pilot batches, scale-up, and technology transfer in collaboration with manufacturing and supply chain teams Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, QA, Analytical, Regulatory, Procurement, Supply Chain) and manage external stakeholders (vendors, third-party manufacturers, labs) Ensure compliance with GLP, GDP, regulatory, and internal quality standards, maintaining audit-ready documentation Create product demos and technical tools to support business and product understanding Draft and validate product claims based on formulation and ingredient functionality, ensuring regulatory alignment Act as a technical partner to marketing, supporting Key Visuals (KV), A+ content, and product storytelling Drive continuous improvement in safety, processes, and operational efficiency Maintain accurate documentation and digital systems for project tracking and data management